Chapter 6

Zachary thought Yvette would blow a fuse and cause a scene. But she simply nodded calmly and said, "That's fine. I have my own errands to run today as well." Shortly after Zachary left, Yvette also headed out. She went to the mall, selecting a gift for each of her friends she planned to meet later. When they met at the agreed spot and opened the gifts, they gasped in surprise to find each box held a brand-new luxury item. "Yvette, where did you find these knock offs? They look just like the real thing!" Watching them unable to tear themselves away from the items, she chuckled, "They're all authentic." After explaining, and noticing their incredulous expressions, she revealed her true identity. "Actually, the story I told you about my dad being a gambler and my mom being seriously ill was made up. "In reality, I am Yvette Sutton, the sole daughter of the wealthiest man, Liam Sutton. I'm saying farewell because I'm going back home to take over the family business." Upon hearing the news, the group's expression went from stun and shock to pure joy. They kept exclaiming that a true heir had been among them the entire time. They were so loud that the whole restaurant could hear them. Once they calmed down, one of her friends suddenly thought of Zachary and asked, "What about Zachary? Is he aware of who you truly are?" At the mention of Zachary, Yvette's smile wavered slightly. "He's going to marry someone else." "That can't be true!" Her friends were stunned by this news. "To us, he's a rare romantic within the wealthy elite." "Exactly! Three years ago, when you mentioned your love for epiphyllums, he went all out!. He purchased them from around the world just to see you happy. "Two years ago, when you were down with a flu, he abandoned a 100 million dollar deal and flew back immediately to care for you. He even stayed up all night without resting. "A year ago, during that car accident. A truck that lost control was heading right for you, but he swerved the car to shield you. You came out unscathed, but he ended up with three broken ribs, spending three months in the hospital and nearly not recovering. "And now that he's getting married, there's no way the bride isn't you!" As Yvette listened to her friends reminisce about the past, she felt a wave of emotion hit her. Zachary had truly loved her so much back then that he was willing to risk his life for her. But now... She shook her head and gave a gentle smile. "He does care for me, but his family believes my social standing isn't suitable for him and is pushing him into marriage. "Before I had the chance to reveal my true identity, he had already sent out wedding invitations. From what he has mentioned, it seems he wants me to be his mistress after the marriage." Her friends erupted with fury as soon as they heard the news. "What? A mistress?" "Suggesting that the young lady of the Sutton family to become a mistress, has the Lawson family lost their minds?" "Just wait, one day he'll be on his knees pleading for your return!" "Exactly! When he realizes you've vanished without a trace, and his family discovers who you truly are, won't they regret?" At that moment, Zachary and Jasmine entered through the door, having overheard the conversation and looking displeased. "What real identity?" One of Yvette's friends, brimming with indignation, was about to say something when Yvette stopped her. She faced Zachary and Jasmine, her gaze frosty. "Why are you here?" Zachary felt a pang of guilt at her inquiry, his gaze shifting away. "The Lawson family and the Anderson family have a collaboration project, so we got together to talk about it." Upon hearing his response, Yvette chuckled. Naturally, she was aware of their "collaboration". After all, it was a marriage partnership. Since the purpose of their meeting was to discuss the wedding, Zachary and Jasmine opted not to sit with them. Instead, they chose a nearby table, close enough for Yvette to clearly observe their loving interactions. Like how Zachary cut her steak for her to how she shared her favorite dishes with him. He even handed her a tissue that Jasmine used to wipe a smudge from the corner of his mouth. They continued exchanging these gestures without a care. While Yvette's friends were seething with anger at the sight, she remained as composed as ever.